--- title: "Core Power Belly Dance Fitness Drills in Bengaluru | Azaya Dance" description: "Looking for a fun workout in Bengaluru? Join Azaya Dance Academy for belly dance floorwork and core fitness drills. Build strength, tone your glutes, and find your sass with our supportive community." canonical: https://mytribe.in/azaya-dance-academy/belly-dance-workshops/core-power-floorwork-fitness-drills last_updated: 2025-09-12 --- # Core Power: Belly Dance Floorwork & Fitness Drills Tribe Verified · Empowering women in Bengaluru since 2017. By [Azaya](https://mytribe.in/azaya-dance-academy) · Online, at studios in Jayanagar, Malleshwaram, Sahakar Nagar or at your location · ₹800 per workshop (estimate) Part of [Belly Dance Workshops](https://mytribe.in/azaya-dance-academy/belly-dance-workshops). [View full gallery](https://mytribe.in/azaya-dance-academy/belly-dance-workshops/gallery) Forget the treadmill. At Azaya, we build core strength, tone your glutes, and master sharp isolations through dance. It’s the workout that actually feels like a party. ## Photos and videos - [Video: Check out our amazing students nailing the twist shimmy floor work! This move requires serious quad strength, and as beginners, they did a fabulous job.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/14335857-ae7a-4e31-be8b-54699f639122) - [Video: Some more floor work fun! This is a great way to build core and leg strength while practicing isolations. Why don’t you try this at home?](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1d9b0989-67c5-4902-80b3-e0092f6f664a) - [Video: Our shimmy squad in action! How cute are my girls rocking that floor work twist shimmy? They are bringing all the sass and sparkle to the dance floor.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b223c8b6-6a1c-4e6f-894d-9460b460d666) - [Video: Today's class was all about mastering those mesmerizing hip twists and getting down with some intricate floor work. Our thighs, glutes, and obliques got the ultimate workout!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b22dc2d7-3ef1-4435-bcdd-bb2c38c22272) - [Video: Transforming strength into elegance with every undulation. Watch our students work those quads and flow like waves. Floorwork is no joke!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/b60ed324-1961-4c9b-96fd-bc1d97dcea3f) - [Video: Turning the wall into our dance partner while we nail those horizontal figure 8s. The wall gives great feedback for posture and helps isolate the hip movements.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/1bea7a51-d912-468e-9a4e-267e6fd51dc6) - [Video: Drum solos are all about sharp techniques, and it’s all in the glutes! To get them strong, we did some unconventional weight training. Talk about teamwork and strength!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/265009c3-f2d4-43e9-86c5-380a8379b2fd) - [Video: The sitting Chu Chu Shimmy is a fun, quirky dance move that combines a duck walk with a lively shimmy. It’s a great challenge for the quads!](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/5cd4fcc4-c446-440f-8d2e-4daf793b0152) - [Video: Shimmy plus side plank equals 100 percent sass, zero percent chill. The struggle is real, but so is the slay! A great fusion of fitness and dance.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/7a8bf704-f8f0-4256-83f3-6be2aadc54f3) - [Video: Working on the Turkish shimmy. This move requires a lot of control and strength, and my students are supporting each other through the challenge.](https://assets.mytribe.in/insecure/raw:1/plain/s3://mytribe-assets-production/97e9cb20-6a78-4661-b312-6fa40ff5c9a4) ## About Core Power: Floorwork & Fitness Drills When we get down on the mat, it's not just about crunches. We focus on specific movements like the Chu Chu shimmy and deep quad-burning floor drills that make your isolations truly pop. It’s tough, it’s sweaty, and honestly, you’ll be laughing too hard to notice the burn until the next morning. ### Why Floorwork Is A Game Changer Many people think belly dance is all about standing, but the real magic happens when you master floorwork. This isn't just about 'getting fit'—it's about learning to control your muscles when gravity is working against you. When you're in a side plank or kneeling to execute a hip twist, you're building deep core stability and glute strength that traditional gym workouts often miss. ### What To Expect In Class - **Technical Drills:** We break down complex moves like horizontal figure 8s, chest diamonds, and our signature 'Chu Chu Shimmy'. You’ll learn how to isolate specific muscles while your glutes and quads do the heavy lifting. - **The 'Squad' Support:** Floorwork is physically demanding, but you're never doing it alone. We use partner drills and group encouragement to get through the tougher circuits. Yes, it’s a workout, but it’s one where you’re surrounded by women who are all here to lift each other up. - **Feedback-Driven Movement:** We often use the wall for posture alignment or partner work for resistance. This feedback helps you actually feel the correct muscle engagement rather than just guessing. ### Is This Right For You? If you're bored with standard gym routines, this is for you. Whether you're a complete beginner or an experienced dancer looking to sharpen your technique, these drills are adaptable. We focus on alignment and strength, not just repetition. Come by our Jayanagar or Malleshwaram studios in Bengaluru, or join our online sessions. It's time to stop counting reps and start dancing through the burn. Let’s get those obliques feeling the love! ## About Azaya I’m Deepthi, and for me, belly dance isn’t about being perfect—it’s about finding your inner strength and joy. At Azaya, I’ve built a space where my girls lift each other up, literally and figuratively, while we work on our core and confidence. Come join our squad and see how powerful you truly are. 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